Image unavailable
Mountain House Beef Stew
Our editorial team reviews specifications, product data, and field-use information to keep pages accurate.
$11.99
View on Fin Feather Fur Outfitters
You'll be taken to Fin Feather Fur Outfitters to complete your purchase.
Hunter's Outpost earns a commission from affiliate links at no extra cost to you.
SKU: 0055145-041133551458
Overview
This freeze-dried meal is built for hunters, campers, and anyone who wants a hot, filling option with minimal effort in the field or at camp. It combines diced beef, potatoes, carrots, peas, and other listed ingredients into a stew that is prepared by simply adding hot water, with a stated prep time of less than 10 minutes. The stand-up zipper pouch allows you to eat directly from the package, which keeps cleanup to a minimum when space and time matter. It is also listed as suitable for emergency preparedness and survival food, though it does contain wheat and soy.
Why Hunters Choose the Mountain House
Just Add
Hot water for a quick
Ten One-cup
Servings make it practical for
Includes Beef,
Potatoes, carrots, peas, and potatoes
Stand-up Zipper
Pouch lets you prepare and
Suitable Emergency
Preparedness and survival food planning
Key Features
- Beef stew with tender diced beef, carrots, peas, and potatoes.
- Just add hot water for a quick, easy meal.
- Prepares in less than 10 minutes.
- Stand-up zipper pouch allows eating directly from the pouch.
- Provides ten 1-cup servings.
- Suitable for emergency preparedness or survival food.
- Contains wheat and soy allergens.
Best Used For
- Hunters wanting a quick hot meal at camp with minimal cleanup after a long day afield.
- Emergency preparedness kits needing a shelf-stable entrée with simple water-only preparation.
- Backpackers or base-camp users who value easy pouch cooking and straightforward serving.
- Outdoor enthusiasts looking for a comforting beef stew option during cold-weather trips.
- Groups needing multiple one-cup servings from a convenient, stand-up zipper pouch.
Specifications
| Allergens | Wheat, Soy |
|---|---|
| Emergency Preparedness Use | Yes |
| Ingredients Mentioned | Tender diced beef, carrots, peas, potatoes |
| Just Add Water | Yes |
| Packaging | Stand up, zipper pouch |
| Prep Time | Less Than 10 Minutes |
| Servings | Ten 1-Cup Servings |
| Survival Food Use | Yes |
Pros
- Just add hot water for a quick meal in less than 10 minutes.
- Ten one-cup servings make it practical for group or extended use.
- Includes beef, potatoes, carrots, peas, and potatoes for a familiar stew profile.
- Stand-up zipper pouch lets you prepare and eat directly from the package.
- Suitable for emergency preparedness and survival food planning.
- No cleanup needed after preparation.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Contains wheat and soy, so it may not suit hunters with those dietary restrictions or anyone packing for a mixed group.
- Prepared in a stand-up zipper pouch and eaten from the pouch, which is convenient but offers less of a sit-down meal experience than fresh-cooked stew.
- Designed for quick prep with hot water in under 10 minutes, so it works best when you have boiling water available at camp or in the field.
- Portioning is listed as ten 1-cup servings, which is useful for sharing or rationing, but individual appetite may require more than one serving.
Suggested Comparisons
- Emergency preparedness food
- Freeze-dried meal pouches
- Backpacking meals
- Survival food supplies
Suggested Accessories
- Portable stove
- Water container
- Eating utensil
- Emergency food storage
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you prepare Mountain House Beef Stew in the field or at camp?
The product is prepared by adding boiling water to the stand-up zipper pouch, then zipping it closed. The description says it is quick to prepare in less than 10 minutes and requires no cleanup.
How many servings does one pouch provide?
The specifications state that one pouch contains ten 1-cup servings.
What ingredients are listed in this beef stew?
The product description lists tender diced beef, carrots, peas, and potatoes. The specifications also mention all natural beef, potatoes, and carrots.
Does this meal contain any allergens hunters should know about?
Yes. The listed allergens are wheat and soy.
Is Mountain House Beef Stew intended only for hunting trips, or can it be used for other purposes?
The product description says it is suitable for emergency preparedness or survival food, in addition to being a convenient meal for outdoor use.